2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XJR and 2008 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJR (505 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 56 L |
